The County of Los Angeles Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) is proud to celebrate National Consumer Protection Week March 3-9, 2019. Did you…
read moreSaving money is important for everyone. Whether it’s to pay for an an emergency, planning ahead for college or retirement, buying a car, or getting…
read moreLike it or not, it is tax season. It’s time to gather all of your important documents and find the best way to file your…
read moreWe are accepting petitions relating to rent increases over 3 percent that have taken effect on or after September 11, 2018. Renters can file a…
read moreDepartment of Consumer and Business Affairs to Enforce Rent Stabilization Ordinance in Unincorporated Los Angeles County Temporary, six-month ordinance goes into effect, limiting rent increases to…
read moreCalifornians have lost nearly $125 million to fraud in 2018 alone. Scams can take on many forms from bogus lotteries to sham charities, to imaginary…
read moreGetting your business back on track after a disaster—even if you have a recovery plan in place—can be difficult. As you begin to make critical…
read moreThe holiday season brings cheer and charity. But before you make a purchase or donation, beware of the following scams. Donation scams – The holidays…
read moreDuring and after an emergency, we remind affected consumers to beware of being overcharged and businesses to avoid violating price gouging laws. When a government…
read moreEffective Sept. 21, 2018, security freezes are free to all consumers as part of a recent change to Federal law. Freezing credit files for children under…
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